The steering committee for the Women's Club's 150th anniversary celebration is collecting photographs of meetings, dinners, and activities of St. Joseph Women's Club over the years.

If anyone has some photos they could share, please contact:

Mary Pearce at (847) 256-5968 or Paula Humbach at (847) 256-8037.

This coming year marks the 150th Anniversary of the St. Joseph Women’s Club.  The women of St. Joseph have played an active and vital role in the parish since 1862.  Through our efforts we are able to give support to those in need not only here at St. Joseph but to the broader community as well.  We also provide opportunities for spiritual enrichment and social activities.  I hope you will take a few minutes to read the enclosed information and consider becoming a member of the oldest women’s organization in the Archdiocese of Chicago. It is a great way to meet some wonderful women of all ages.  Please send in your registration forms and dues as soon as you can.  We want all members to be listed in the Women's Club Directory.  THE DEADLINE IS SEPTEMBER 12th IN ORDER TO BE IN THE DIRECTORY.

We have provided a description of each guild and their focus. Joining a guild is really the best way to become involved with the Women's Club, however, if you are undecided about joining the Women’s Club, please consider signing up as an associate for a year to see what it is like.  You will receive a monthly newsletter and invitations to all of our major events.  I look forward to meeting you at the Women’s Club Membership Dinner on September 21st.

Sincerely,

Heidi O’Toole

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This is a perfect way for you to get involved in your parish and make new friends!
There are two ways that you can become members of this organization:

About The Guilds

THE MAIN PURPOSES OF THE GUILDS ARE: Sociability, Community Service and Spiritual Formation including education and support for participation in Club and Parish activities.

Guild #3 - MOMS of TOTS Guild – Meets last Tuesday evening of the month
Co-Leaders: Mary Kaczmarek & Sarah Titterton
This group offers mothers the opportunity to socialize without their children.  Meetings are held at local restaurants and other entertainment venues.  In addition, Guild 3 members prepare and deliver meals to other members who have a new baby in the family.  For members who are interested, Guild 3 has initiated a Babysitting Co-op.  Occasional play dates with children may also be set up.  

Guild #4 – Meets 2nd Thursday of the month at 7:00PM
Leaders: TBD
Meetings are held in the Community Room or members’ homes.  Among other things, members help at soup kitchens and visit with the Sisters of Christian Charity.  Once a year there is a cooking demo at a guild member’s house.  The guild has over 45 members of a wide age range.  Activities include socializing, eating, and working on women’s club projects.  Activities sometimes include a fee for food or materials.

Guild #5 – Meets 2nd Tuesday evening of the month
Leader: Phyllis Cossarek
Meetings are usually held in homes.  There may be speakers or else time to socialize or work on ministry projects.

Guild #6 – Meets first Monday of the month at 9:30AM
Co-Leaders: Betty Welsh & Sylvia Stec
Works on various out-reach projects.  These ladies are known as good workers!

Guild #10 - Meets in Community Room & Church at various times
Leader: Kathy Shinkle  
The Guild features adult education, prayer and reflection.  This group meets four times a year to discuss the changing church and host special hours of adoration and other forms of prayer.  Plans and organizes the Day and Evening of Reflection.

Guild #11 – Meets 4 to 5 times a year - flexible times
Leader: Betty McGarrity
Primarily social; chairs fund-raisers, meets in homes and restaurants.

For information about other programs supported by the Women's Club please click on these links: